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Which group of individuals should be offered HIV testing and counselling?
Which group of individuals should be offered HIV testing and counselling?
- Those with AIDS-defining illnesses
- Those with advanced HIV
- Those with acute retroviral syndrome
- Those seeking STI care and treatment (correct)
When do some patients experience flu-like symptoms during the acute infection period?
When do some patients experience flu-like symptoms during the acute infection period?
- About 2 weeks after infection
- About 12-24 weeks after infection
- About 6-12 weeks after infection (correct)
- About 4-6 weeks after infection
What are the symptoms of acute retroviral syndrome?
What are the symptoms of acute retroviral syndrome?
- Weight loss, chronic diarrhea, and fungal infections
- Memory loss, confusion, and neurological symptoms
- Fever, malaise, headaches, flitting arthralgia, a maculopapular rash, and transient lymphadenopathy (correct)
- Cough, chest pain, shortness of breath, and night sweats
How long does the acute infection period typically last?
How long does the acute infection period typically last?
What are some ways in which HIV infection may present?
What are some ways in which HIV infection may present?
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